Sankhu Nagarkot Day Hike

Sankhu is the historic Newar town in the north-eastern corner of Kathmandu Valley, about 17 km from Kathmandu city. Before Nepal’s Malla Dynasty, Sankhu was claimed to be a separate kingdom. Historic Durbar Square (Layaku) remains intact. The Bajrayogini temple (Khadgayogini) is one of the Sankhu origins. It`s in the middle of a mountain. Sankhu Nagarkot Day Hike is popular among both domestic and international tourists.

Nagarkot is a globe-famous hill destination enjoying magnificent Himalayan views, rolling hills, deep valleys, and lush pine forests in a peaceful rural setting.

This is a panoramic nature trail walk with breathtaking views of the majestic Himalayan range along with nature’s best views. A sparkling snow-covered the Himalayas, the freshness of nature,much-recommended walk from Sankhu to Nagarkot. The bumpy road to Nagarkot still goes uphill from Sankhu in around 3 to 4 hours. Either you can visit Nagarkot’s sunrise view early morning drives and return to Sankhu.

Note: (Alternative Route)Drive to Nagarkot early in the morning from your hotel to see the sunrise from Nagarkot and hike to Sankhu and return back to the hotel with a private vehicle.

Also, check the Nagarkot Changunarayan Day Hiking

Day 01: Pick up from your hotel and Drive to Sankhu

08.00 AM: Drive to Sakhu, 45 minutes by Car.

09.00 AM: Hiking start to Nagarkot 3- 4 hours follow off-road and climb to Nagarkot (2175m).

12.30 to 01.30: PM: Lunch on the way.

03.00 To 04.00 PM: Arrive in Nagarkot, take a rest and wait for sunset view.

05-06.30: PM: Enjoy the sunset view and take a picture.

06.30 PM: Drive to Kathmandu by Car 1.30 to 2 hours transfer to hotel